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Biosimilars Key to Lowering Drug Prices; National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions Releases Playbook to Help Employers Adopt

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023
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To support plan sponsors in adopting biosimilars into their health and pharmacy benefit plans, the National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions (National Alliance) developed and released an employer playbook.

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  • To support plan sponsors in adopting biosimilars into their health and pharmacy benefit plans, the National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions (National Alliance) developed and released an employer playbook.
  • "If properly managed, biosimilars can help employers save millions while increasing patient access," said Margaret Rehayem, vice president at National Alliance.
  • "We are late in prioritizing biosimilar management," said Cathy Trinh, MS, senior healthcare analyst, SEIU 775 Benefits Group, and a participant in the biosimilars learning collaboratives.
  • The National Alliance project brought together three member coalitions (Economic Alliance for Michigan, Florida Alliance for Healthcare Value and Washington Health Alliance) and eight employers of different sizes and industries to participate in the eight-month initiative.

Deborah L. de Vries Named Co-Leader of Anchin's Law Firm Group

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Monday, February 6, 2023
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NEW YORK, Feb. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Anchin , a premier New York-based accounting and advisory firm, is pleased to announce that Partner Deborah L. de Vries has been named the new Co-Leader of Anchin's Law Firm Group.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Feb. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Anchin , a premier New York-based accounting and advisory firm, is pleased to announce that Partner Deborah L. de Vries has been named the new Co-Leader of Anchin's Law Firm Group.
  • Deborah, who also co-leads the Compensation & Benefits Group, is an invaluable resource to law firms seeking business and consulting services.
  • "I'm excited for Deborah to thrive in this role," adds Russell B. Shinsky, Anchin's Managing Partner and former Co-Leader of the Firm's Law Firm Group.
  • Deborah L. de Vries is an Assurance and Accounting Partner and serves as the Co-Leader of Anchin's Law Firm and Compensation & Benefits Groups.

Duck Creek’s cloud-based Distribution Management solution streamlines Mutual Benefit Group’s management of agent data and compensation capabilities

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Thursday, November 10, 2022
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Duck Creeks distribution management solution will provide the auto, home and business commercial lines insurer with an improved agent experience and an increased level of customer engagement.

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  • Duck Creeks distribution management solution will provide the auto, home and business commercial lines insurer with an improved agent experience and an increased level of customer engagement.
  • Mutual Benefit Group maintains a strong and consistent customer focus by employing a people-centric workforce that is committed to meeting the needs of its policyholders with care and compassion.
  • The strong relationship that Duck Creek has cultivated with Mutual Benefit Group over time has positioned us to work collaboratively with one another and help the insurer achieve its distribution management goals.
  • The companys insurance products are underwritten through its member companies, Mutual Benefit Insurance Company and Select Risk Insurance Company.

Washington Health Alliance to Release Groundbreaking Total Cost of Health Care Report

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Monday, February 14, 2022
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That answer is provided in the Washington Health Alliance's new Total Cost of Care report looking at how much is being spent on health care in Washington state as well as on the different types of care.

Key Points: 
  • That answer is provided in the Washington Health Alliance's new Total Cost of Care report looking at how much is being spent on health care in Washington state as well as on the different types of care.
  • This helps us further our goal of addressing inefficiencies to best handle the cost of health care in Washington."
  • The Washington Health Alliance (Alliance) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, nonpartisan organization working collaboratively to transform Washington state's health care system for the better.
  • The Alliance brings together more than 185 committed member organizations to improve health and health care by offering a forum for critical conversation and aligned efforts by health plans, employers, union trusts, hospitals and hospital systems, health care professionals, start-up companies, consultants, consumers, and other health care partners.

MGM Benefits Group Joins Forces With Higginbotham

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Wednesday, October 20, 2021
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FORT WORTH, Texas, Oct. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --MGM Benefits Group (MGM), an employee benefits firm in Richardson, Texas, serving as an agency for employers and as a managing general agency for brokers, has joined Higginbotham, one of the largest independent insurance, financial and HR services firms in the U.S.

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  • FORT WORTH, Texas, Oct. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --MGM Benefits Group (MGM), an employee benefits firm in Richardson, Texas, serving as an agency for employers and as a managing general agency for brokers, has joined Higginbotham, one of the largest independent insurance, financial and HR services firms in the U.S.
  • We're honored to have MGM join our pursuit in serving those institutions that serve our community."
  • MGM President Glenn Turchi added, "We continually look for ways to enhance the lives of our broker partners, group customers and their employees.
  • MGM Benefits Group is an employee benefits agency providing clients with products and services to navigate through the ever-changing insurance market.

Three Anchin Leaders Named to Crain's New York Business' List of Notable Women in Accounting and Consulting for 2021

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Thursday, October 14, 2021
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NEW YORK, Oct. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Anchin, Block & Anchin LLP ("Anchin") is proud to recognize Lami Ajibesin, Tara Burek and Deborah de Vries for each being awarded a place on Crain's Notable Women in Accounting and Consulting list for 2021.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Oct. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Anchin, Block & Anchin LLP ("Anchin") is proud to recognize Lami Ajibesin, Tara Burek and Deborah de Vries for each being awarded a place on Crain's Notable Women in Accounting and Consulting list for 2021.
  • For the fourth year in a row, the firm has had multiple professionals named to this annual list.
  • "These three leaders are some of the most talented minds in the industry, and they provide unparalleled client service.
  • Olamide ("Lami") Ajibesin, CPA, MBA, is the Managing Director and Practice Leader of Anchin's Transaction Advisory Services.

Benefits Leader Expands with New Team Members to Lead Sales and Consulting Growth

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Thursday, July 15, 2021
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PETALUMA, Calif., July 15, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Arrow Benefits Group (ABG), one of the largest benefits firms in the North Bay, announces the addition of six new members to their team.

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  • PETALUMA, Calif., July 15, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Arrow Benefits Group (ABG), one of the largest benefits firms in the North Bay, announces the addition of six new members to their team.
  • ABG, a full-service benefits brokerage and consulting firm, has been providing employee benefits and human capital management solutions for over 40 years.
  • The client services team partners with clients to listen, learn and custom build solutions.
  • After a short break from the benefits world to be with her newborn daughter, Parks joined Arrow in 2021.

GEHA Joins Effort to Encourage U.S. COVID-19 Vaccinations

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021
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announced it will launch a COVID-19 Vaccination Incentive Program for GEHA medical plan members starting July 1, 2021.

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  • announced it will launch a COVID-19 Vaccination Incentive Program for GEHA medical plan members starting July 1, 2021.
  • The goal of the program is to encourage eligible members within the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program to be vaccinated against COVID-19.
  • Eligible members are GEHA medical plan members who are 18 years of age and older, enrolled in a GEHA wellness program and have not reached their annual wellness program reward limit*.
  • When eligible members provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination, they will receive a $75 credit to their GEHA wellness account.